SMT recently partnered with Rockwell Automation to design a fully automated brewery that utilizes the latest graphics, touch-screen and mobile technology available. Schulz Brau Brewing Company … [Read more...]
7 Problems with Building a Microbrewery
There’s a lot that can go wrong between the design phase of building a microbrewery and the first sip to hit a customer’s lips. Brewing a batch of beer requires many steps, exact portions, precise … [Read more...]
Build to Print Fabrication Vs. Design and Spec Fabrication
When a manufacturing client comes to a fabrication shop looking for equipment, generally speaking, they may or may not already have exact specifications for the item they need fabricated. If they only … [Read more...]
What You Need to Know About Dry Tanks vs. Liquid Tanks
Large tanks are needed to store and transport liquid and dry material. From handling dry grains and various powders to holding hazardous liquids and potable water, containers must meet certain … [Read more...]
90BBL Tank Expansion for a Brewery in Charlotte, NC
We’re always passionate about helping breweries expand, just ask the 30BBL brewhouse we helped install in Charlottesville Virginia, and with the expanding brewery market in North Carolina, we’re … [Read more...]
The Most Common Problems with Food Grade Equipment
Not surprisingly, some of the most common problems associated with food grade equipment are traced directly back to poor design and/or not selecting the best size or model of equipment for the type or … [Read more...]
30 BBL Brewhouse in Charlottesville, Virginia
SMT is in the finishing stages of building a 30 BBL brewhouse and cellar equipment for Reason Beer in Charlottesville, Virginia. We are very excited to be working on a project this close to home, … [Read more...]
AVL Beer Expo- Saturday 18th
SMT Brewing Solutions is excited to participate in this years AVL Beer Expo in Asheville, NC this weekend. A member of our sales team will be volunteering at one of the pouring stations from 1-4 on … [Read more...]
Resources for Commercial Brewers in Virginia
The number of craft breweries in Virginia has more than doubled since 12. Our Commonwealth now has about 115 breweries, 260 wineries, and 20 craft distilleries. We’re ecstatic about the expansion. As … [Read more...]
Commercial Food and Beverage Container Fabrication
When you think of large scale containers designed to hold food, the first thing you should think of is stainless steel. Much of the equipment in the food and beverage industry is made with this steel, … [Read more...]
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